Soccer: Reuser pleased by fans

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Martijn Reuser has vowed to pay back fans for their 'overwhelming' support during his recent injury lay-off.

The Ipswich Town midfielder was given a rousing reception after making his long-awaited comeback during Saturday's FA Cup clash against Morecambe.

And the Dutchman, who emerged from the bench, almost made an immediate impact as he went close with an acrobatic long-range volley.

He told the Evening Gazette: "It would have been great to score. I hit the ball so cleanly and that goes to show I'm on my way back in terms of confidence.

"I got a fantastic reception from the fans and that's why I made a point of going round to applaud all sections of the crowd after the final whistle.

"It was the very least I could do to show my gratitude.

"The last few months have been tough for me and they've helped me pull through with their continued support.

"Now I'm fit again, I want more than anything to pay them back and give them plenty to cheer about."

Published Thursday, January 9, 2003

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